| A Caring World: The New Social Policy Agenda Contributor(s): OECD Publishing (Author) |
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ISBN: 9264170073 ISBN-13: 9789264170070 Publisher: Org. for Economic Cooperation & Development OUR PRICE: $31.35 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: February 1999 * Not available - Not in print at this time * |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Political Science | Public Policy - Social Policy - Political Science | Public Policy - Social Services & Welfare |
| Dewey: 361.61 |
| LCCN: 99198208 |
| Physical Information: 0.34" H x 7.32" W x 11.08" (0.72 lbs) 158 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: A new vision of the purpose of social policy is needed. Scaremongers present decision-makers as facing an overwhelming number of complex problems with more and more limited budgets. Society is indeed undergoing profound upheaval. Ageing populations are increasing pressure on the workforce. Changes in the labour market have hit low-skilled workers hard; the term "social exclusion" has entered the political lexicon, and policies can no longer be based on "traditional" family life. But social policy should not be presented as "papering over the cracks" in society caused by economic and demographic change. As knowledge plays an increasing role in generating wealth, empowering individuals to develop their potential is a central and essential part of economic policy. Indeed, economic and social policies are more intertwined than ever. This book paints a complete and accessible picture of the current situation and pinpoints how policies can be reformed. Social policy should aim to promote employment and healthy living, rather than just coping with joblessness and ill-health. Investing in children and families helps ensure that all can contribute fully to society. Innovations and experiments in new social policies to better equip individuals and families with the support they need in responding to change abound in OECD countries. Ministers from OECD countries have committed themselves to the ambitious task of creating just such a caring world. |